Assistant Professor - Clinical Psychology

POSITION

DESCRIPTION:

The Department of Psychology at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in the area of Clinical Psychology. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027.

Candidates must have earned a PhD degree in Clinical Psychology from a Canadian Psychological Association (CPA), American Psychological Association (APA), or an equivalently accredited clinical psychology program by the time of appointment or shortly thereafter, and conduct research in adult and/or emerging adult populations, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching in Clinical Psychology. The candidate must also be eligible for registration or currently registered with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario.

We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths in Clinical Psychology. Particular consideration will be given to candidates whose research incorporates functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) methodologies, as well as electroencephalography (EEG).

Candidates must provide evidence of excellence in research, which can be demonstrated through a record of publications in top-ranked and field-relevant journals or forthcoming publications that meet high international standards; the submitted research statement; presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, and strong endorsements from referees.

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier (including the required materials outlined below, as well as evidence of superior performance in other teaching-related activities), and strong letters of reference. Other teaching-related activities can include performance as a teaching assistant or course instructor, experience leading successful workshops or seminars, student mentorship, or excellent conference presentations or posters, or clinical teaching, supervision, or mentorship of trainees in applied or clinical settings.

The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research at the highest international leveland to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.

In addition, the successful candidate will be assigned a teaching and service load. They must also provide evidence of readiness as a research supervisor, as they will be expected to undertake undergraduate and graduate research supervision and teaching, and to perform standard professional and administrative activities typical of a research-intensive university-level department.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. We seek candidates who value diversity and whose research, teaching and service bear out our commitment to equity. Candidates must also show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and to the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment, as demonstrated through the application materials. Candidates are asked to submit a 1- to 2-page statement of contributions to equity and diversity, which might cover topics such as (but not limited to): research or teaching that incorporates a focus on underrepresented communities, the development of inclusive pedagogies, or the mentoring of students from underrepresented groups.

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members ( Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence ). Recognizing that…